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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which character teaches Naomi that it was impolite to look anyone directly in the eyes?
(a) Naomi's mother.
(b) Naomi's Uncle.
(c) Naomi's father.
(d) Naomi's Obasan.

2. Which of the following is NOT a true statement about Naomi's childhood, according to Aunt Emily?
(a) Naomi never spoke.
(b) Naomi never smiled.
(c) Naomi was frequently punished.
(d) Naomi was never punished.

3. Which character repeats the phrase, "Everybody dies some day" over and over?
(a) Naomi.
(b) Aunt Emily.
(c) Grandpa Kato.
(d) Obasan.

4. Where does Naomi remember seeing a man wink at her when she was a small child?
(a) On a train.
(b) On a bicycle.
(c) On a streetcar.
(d) On an airplane.

5. Which of the following descriptions does NOT describe Obasan as Naomi sees her?
(a) Obasan is almost deaf.
(b) Obasan is going blind.
(c) Obasan has a hump growing on her back.
(d) Obasan has a gummy mouth.

Short Answer Questions

1. At whose home does Naomi remember spending most of her time growing up?

2. What did Naomi's parents do that was unusual within their community?

3. In what country does the novel take place?

4. What ethnicity is the officer in Naomi's dream?

5. Which member of the Nakane family is the only member who does not play a musical instrument?

(see the answer key)

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